Tua Tagovailoa
Quarterback · Miami Dolphins
2023 Panini Prizm Football #HYP-16
Year & Era
2023 — Modern Era
Card Type
Insert — Hype
Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (estimated PSA 9)
Rarity
Unnumbered insert card. Common within the Hype insert subset, pulled at a regular rate from 2023 Panini Prizm hobby and retail boxes.
Overall Assessment
A visually striking insert of a starting NFL quarterback in clean raw condition, ideal for a personal collection or player PC.
Condition Grade
Raw — appears Near Mint to Mint (estimated PSA 9)
Centering Assessment
Front: 55/45 Left-Right, 50/50 Top-Bottom. Back: Not fully visible in photo, but standard for modern Prizm inserts.
Surface Condition
Appears clean and glossy within the penny sleeve, typical of Prizm chromium stock without major scratches or print lines visible under standard lighting.
Corner Condition
All four corners appear sharp and square based on visual inspection through the sleeve.
Edge Condition
Clean edges with no obvious chipping or silver flaking along the borders.
Print Quality
High standard color saturation with vibrant green refractor patterns typical of the Hype insert set. No significant ink smudges or miscuts visible.
Estimated Value
Raw: $3 to $8 USD. Graded PSA 10: $25 to $40 USD. Graded PSA 9: $10 to $15 USD.
Comparison to Known Examples
Centering is well within acceptable tolerance for modern Panini Prizm production, which frequently suffers from severe left-right or top-bottom miscentering.
Authentication Tips
Check for correct Panini Prizm logo foil stamp on the top right, standard chromium card thickness, and smooth laser-cut edges. Counterfeits for standard unnumbered inserts of Tua are uncommon due to low raw values.
Grading Recommendation
Not recommended for professional grading unless part of a bulk submission, as grading costs will likely exceed the value premium for a PSA 9 or lower grade.
Red Flags
No significant red flags observed. The card is raw inside a standard penny sleeve.
Provenance Notes
Pulled directly from standard 2023 Panini Prizm retail or hobby packs.
Historical Context
The 'Hype' insert is a popular case-hit style insert line featured across multiple Panini brands, known for its dynamic typography and radial background pattern.
Market Trends
Market values for Tua Tagovailoa fluctuate based on team performance, health status, and game outcomes during the NFL season.
Investment Potential
Hold/Speculative. Suited primarily for player collectors and Dolphins fans rather than high-end investors.
Similar Cards
2023 Panini Prizm Draft Picks, 2023 Donruss Gridiron Kings, other Tua Tagovailoa insert subsets like Instant Impact or Manga.
Display & Preservation
Recommended to store in a penny sleeve followed by a rigid top loader or a magnetic one-touch holder, kept away from direct sunlight and high humidity.
Interesting Facts
The Hype insert set utilizes a striking retro-futuristic font that stands out vividly against the chromium finish of the Prizm card stock.